Planning Officer

2 weeks ago


Gympie, Australia Food Lovery Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Planning Officer to join our team in Gympie. As a Planning Officer, you will be responsible for assessing development applications, providing recommendations, and collaborating with Design Services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess development applications, including material change of use, lot reconfiguration, and building work.
  • Provide timely and informed recommendations, incorporating policy, legislation, and agency responses.
  • Collaborate with Design Services to process operational work applications.
  • Evaluate applications for compliance assessment, including landscaping and survey plans.
  • Prepare detailed reports on development assessment matters.
  • Provide consistent advice on land use planning to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree or post-graduate qualification in planning recognized by the Planning Institute of Australia.
  • Demonstrated experience in statutory planning or development assessment, with the ability to resolve complex planning issues.
  • Knowledge of statutory requirements relevant to development assessment in Queensland.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective report writing and stakeholder engagement.
  • Commitment to delivering excellent customer service and maintaining positive community relations.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Understanding of planning issues specific to the Gympie Region.
  • Qualifications or experience in natural resources, landscape architecture, architecture, or urban design.

About Us

We are a national employment agency with a passionate management team, combining over 40 years of recruitment experience to find the right people. We see beyond the CV to discover your real potential.


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